Dabedi - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Dabedi is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sonepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dabedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabedi is 417505. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Dabedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabedi
As per Census 2011, Dabedi village has a total population of 390 people, consisting of 177 males and 213 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,203 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 390 | 177 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 360 | 162 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 55 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 122 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Dabedi
Dabedi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dabedi
Public transport in the Dabedi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Dabedi is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dabedi is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dabedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dabedi
Where is Dabedi located?
Dabedi village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dabedi is Sonepur.
What is the pincode of Dabedi?
The pincode of Dabedi is 762104.
What is the population of Dabedi?
Dabedi has a total population of 390, including 177 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Dabedi?
There are 78 households in Dabedi.
What is the literacy rate in Dabedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabedi is 23.08%. Male literacy is 31.07% and female literacy is 16.43%.